Job summary The Point of Care Testing (POCT) Department at Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB) is seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated HCPC registered, Band 6 Biomedical Scientist to support and maintain the Health Board's POCT service. The applicant should have a Hons Degree in Biomedical Sciences/Life Sciences, IBMS Specialist Diploma and post registration experience in Biomedical Science or Point of Care Testing within the NHS. The service will also consider either a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist who has not yet completed the Specialist Portfolio (Band 6 Annex 21 will apply). The Annex 21 percentage applied would be 75% or 70% of the top of the relevant band, dependent on the individual's previous experience. The post holder will be responsible for technical, operational and maintenance procedures to support, and deliver a safe, effective and comprehensive POCT service in line with the CTMUHB POCT policy, governance and ISO standards. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the confidence to deliver training to service users. The post is full time 37.5 hrs week based at Prince Charles Hospital, with the opportunity to work across multiple sites within the Health Board, so the ability to travel within the geography of the organisation in a timely fashion is essential. Main duties of the job The POCT Specialist Biomedical Scientist will assist service users in primary and secondary care to meet national and local standards for the use of POCT equipment. Key responsibilities include supporting staff with training and competency assessments, e-learning, IT and software support, Standard Operating Procedures, audits, stock management, and contributing to accreditation processes. The role requires proficiency in using POCT devices and overseeing their operation in clinical settings. This includes ensuring adherence to Standard Operating Procedures, maintaining devices in line with Health Board policies, performing Quality Control and Quality Assurance, and providing appropriate training and assessments for users. The post holder will assist in the training, education, quality management and support of POCT activities within the Health Board. Supervision of more junior scientific and support staff working in this specialist area will be expected, along with a contribution to service development with the support of the POCT Coordinator and POCT Manager. About us Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of the NHS Wales family. Our Health Board provides primary, secondary and community health and wellbeing services to around 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We live by our core values: We listen, learn and improve We treat everyone with respect We all work together as one team We are a proud local employer; around 80% of our 15000 workforce live within our region, making our staff not only our lifeblood of our organisation but of the diverse communities that we serve. Date posted 17 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,898 to £45,637 a year per annum (Annex 21) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 110-HS005-0325 Job locations Prince Charles Hospital Merthyr Tydfil CF47 9DT Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click 'Apply now' to view in Trac. Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click 'Apply now' to view in Trac. Person Specification Qualifications and Knowledge Essential Hons Degree in Biomedical Sciences/Life Sciences. IBMS Specialist Diploma or Equivalent skills and knowledge or experience. HCPC Registration. A comprehensive knowledge of Point of Care Testing Knowledge of the required standards and practices of Point of Care Testing. Desirable Training Qualification. Qualifications in Information Technology Good understanding and experience of laboratory audit procedure to comply with quality standards. Experience Essential Post registration experience in Biomedical Science or Point of Care Testing working. Experience of using Point of Care Testing equipment. Experience of organisational computer systems and POCT IT systems i.e. LIMS, POCcelerator, Aqure, etc. Experience of training staff and assessing competency. Desirable Evidence of ability to contribute to strategy development and implementation, which may impact across the organisation. Experience of preparing and presenting (both written and orally) detailed reports and audits. Other Role Requirements Essential Ability to travel between UHB sites/locations in a timely manner. Willingness to work across Health Board sites/locations as required. Desirable Willingness to work towards higher qualification. Person Specification Qualifications and Knowledge Essential Hons Degree in Biomedical Sciences/Life Sciences. IBMS Specialist Diploma or Equivalent skills and knowledge or experience. HCPC Registration. A comprehensive knowledge of Point of Care Testing Knowledge of the required standards and practices of Point of Care Testing. Desirable Training Qualification. Qualifications in Information Technology Good understanding and experience of laboratory audit procedure to comply with quality standards. Experience Essential Post registration experience in Biomedical Science or Point of Care Testing working. Experience of using Point of Care Testing equipment. Experience of organisational computer systems and POCT IT systems i.e. LIMS, POCcelerator, Aqure, etc. Experience of training staff and assessing competency. Desirable Evidence of ability to contribute to strategy development and implementation, which may impact across the organisation. Experience of preparing and presenting (both written and orally) detailed reports and audits. Other Role Requirements Essential Ability to travel between UHB sites/locations in a timely manner. Willingness to work across Health Board sites/locations as required. Desirable Willingness to work towards higher qualification. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board Address Prince Charles Hospital Merthyr Tydfil CF47 9DT Employer's website https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)